Steve Clark wrote:
>Experienced folk always recommend carrying a compass as well. I must get one
>and learn how to use it - maybe a christmas present hint.
I think it's foolhardy indeed to venture off into the middle of nowhere with
ONLY a GPS as guidance. What if the batteries go flat or you drop it and break
it!!?? Always carry a compass as well (and know how to use it!). It's tempting
to rely solely on the GPS to return to base, but rather risky. It's hard to
beat a good sense of direction, taking note of landmarks and position of the
sus/stars, backed up by GPS/compass. Maps come in handy as well .....
L.
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